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LSU Falls 70-68 to USC - Recap

USC got 15 points from Jonah Mathews en route to a 70-68 victory over LSU on Saturday at Staples Center.

USC was a +2.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

USC got 14 points from Nick Rakocevic and another 11 points from Ethan Anderson. Ethan Anderson contributed 6 assists, while Nick Rakocevic cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.

LSU got 21 points from Skylar Mays in a losing cause and another 17 points from Trendon Watford. Javonte Smart contributed 4 assists for them, while Darius Days had 11 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed LSU were victorious, as the score was 35-29 at the break.

The rebound battle favored LSU as they grabbed 40 boards, while USC only had 38

USC looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Florida Gulf Coast. LSU will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Liberty.